Principal Java Engineer — Lead Secure Cloud Native Apps

NPA WorldWide; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A mission-led consultancy in the UK seeks an experienced Principal Software Engineer focused on Java. The role involves leading development, architecture, and mentoring in an agile environment. Candidates should have expertise in Java, full-stack engineering, and cloud solutions, with a track record of delivering secure, production-grade systems. The position offers flexible working, a learning budget, private healthcare, and a clear pathway to leadership roles.

Benefits

Flexible working

Learning & development budget

Private healthcare

Matched pension scheme

Monthly socials

Qualifications

• Deep expertise in Java, with strong full-stack engineering skills.
• Proven experience leading teams or projects at a senior/principal level.
• Strong knowledge of system architecture, cloud solutions, and API design.
• Familiarity with DevOps tools and automation.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, development, and testing of secure, scalable systems using Java.
• Architect and maintain APIs, data pipelines, and cloud-native solutions.
• Drive adoption of DevOps practices: CI/CD and infrastructure-as-code.
• Guide and mentor engineers, promoting best practices.

Skills

Java

Full-stack engineering

System architecture

Cloud solutions

API design

DevOps tools

Communication skills

Tools

CI/CD

Containers

Infrastructure-as-Code

Job description

A mission-led consultancy in the UK seeks an experienced Principal Software Engineer focused on Java. The role involves leading development, architecture, and mentoring in an agile environment. Candidates should have expertise in Java, full-stack engineering, and cloud solutions, with a track record of delivering secure, production-grade systems. The position offers flexible working, a learning budget, private healthcare, and a clear pathway to leadership roles.